Enjoying sport and learning safety in the ocean. Welcome to our site, please browse to find out more.
This is the home of the St Ives Biathlon.
Take advice Listen to Lifeguards. Only swim and bodyboard between the Red and Yellow flags. Black and White flags - surf craft only between these. Red flags - DANGER - No one is allowed in the sea. Keep an eye out for other signs and notices.
Don't go it alone Don't go in the sea on your own. Always stay in sight of friends and family on the beach.
Learn how to help if you see someone in trouble Tell a lifeguard if there is one, or Dial 999 and ask for the coastguard.
Surf rules and safety tips
Follow these rules whilst surfing and in the water. Always watch the surf for 10 minutes before you go in. If it looks too big, stay out! Whilst surfing, line yourself up with an object on the shore and keep checking to see if you are drifting. If you get caught in a rip current, paddle diagonally towards the shore, that will get you out of the current AND back to the beach. Watch out for other people in front of you and give them plenty of space. If 2 people are going for the same wave, the person closest to where the wave is breaking has the right of way - don't "drop in"! Keep an eye on fellow surfers and they will keep an eye on you! Never go in the sea on an inflatable. Never undo the leash to your surf or bodyboard - it will help keep you afloat. Always listen to the lifeguards. Know what times the tides are. Never jump off rocks into the sea. Get out of the water when you start to feel cold. If you get into trouble, wave your arm above your head to get help
Take advice Listen to Lifeguards. Only swim and bodyboard between the Red and Yellow flags. Black and White flags - surf craft only between these. Red flags - DANGER - No one is allowed in the sea. Keep an eye out for other signs and notices.
